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edit_library

Idempotent

Update library metadata including name, description, and public status. Provide library ID to modify these properties.

Instructions

Edit library metadata (name, description, public status).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
library_idYesLibrary identifier
nameNoNew library name (optional)
descriptionNoNew library description (optional)
publicNoWhether library is public (optional)
response_formatNomarkdown
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already indicate this is a mutation (readOnlyHint=false), not destructive, idempotent, and open-world. The description adds no extra behavioral context (e.g., auth requirements, side effects), so it meets the minimum but adds no value beyond annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, clear sentence with no unnecessary words. It is front-loaded with the verb and resource.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The description covers the core parameters but omits return value or success indicators. Given the absence of an output schema, more detail on what happens after editing would improve completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is high (80%), and the schema already describes all parameters. The description briefly lists three editable fields but adds no additional meaning or constraints beyond what the schema provides.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb 'Edit' and the resource 'library metadata', specifying the exact fields (name, description, public status). It distinguishes from sibling tools like delete_library, create_library, and get_library.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as update_permissions or library_operation. No exclusions or prerequisites are mentioned.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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